NTANTA
Product Testing

TESTING/LISTING SERVICES

Tests performed by NTA, Inc. include, but are not limited to, the following:

American Society for Testing and Materials Specifications and Test Methods

A184 Standard Specification for Fabricated Deformed Steel Bar Mats for Concrete Reinforcement
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A370 Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
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A467 Standard Specification for Machine and Coil Chain
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C36 Standard Specification for Gypsum Wallboard
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C158 Standard Test Methods for Strength of Glass by Flexure (Determination of Modulus of Rupture)
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C165 Test Methods for Measuring Compressive Properties of Thermal Insulations
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C271 Standard Test Methods for Density of Sandwich Core Materials
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C272 Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Core Materials for Structural Sandwich Construction
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C273 Standard Test Methods for Shear Properties in Flat wise Plane of Flat Sandwich Construction or Sandwich Cores
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C282 Standard Test Methods for Acid Resistance of Porcelain Enamels (Citric Acid Spot Test)
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C297 Standard Test Methods for Flatwise Tensile Strength of Sandwich Constructions
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C363 Test Methods for Delamination Strength of Honeycomb Type Core Material
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C364 Test Methods for Edgewise Compressive Strength of Sandwich Cores
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C365 Standard Test Methods for Flatwise Compressive Properties of Sandwich Cores
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C393 Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Sandwich Constructions
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C473 Standard Test Methods for Physical Testing of Gypsum Board Products and Gypsum Lath
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C514 Standard Specification for Nails for the Application of Gypsum Board
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C557 Standard Specification for Adhesives for Fastening Gypsum to Wood Framing
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C630 Standard Specification for Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Board
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C645 Standard Specification for Non-Load (Axial) Bearing Steel Studs, Runners (Track), and Rigid Furring Channels for Screw Application of Gypsum Board
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C931 Standard Specification for Exterior Gypsum Soffit Board
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C947 Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Thin-Section Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (Using Simple Beam With Third-Point-Loading)
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C955 Load-Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs, Runners (Tracks), and Bracing or Bridging for Screw Application of Gypsum Board and Metal Plaster Bases
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C960 Standard Specification for Predecorated Gypsum Board
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C1177 Standard Specification for Glass Mat Gypsum Substrate for Use as Sheathing
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C1178 Standard Specification for Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel
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C1278 Standard Specification for Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panels
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C1395 Specification for Gypsum Ceiling Board
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D412 Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Rubbers and Thermoplastic Elastomers
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D570 Standard Test Methods for Water Absorption of Plastics
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D573 Standard Test Methods for Rubber--Deterioration in an Air Oven
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D624 Standard Test Methods for Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers
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D638 Standard Test Methods for the Tensile Properties of Plastics
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D648 Standard Test Methods for Deflection Temperature of Plastics Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise Position
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D695 Standard Test Methods for Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics
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D696 Standard Test Methods for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion of Plastics Between -30 deg. C and 30 deg. with a Vitreous Silica Dilatometer
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D572 Standard Test Methods for Rubber-Deterioration by Heat and Oxygen
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D781 Standard Test Methods for Puncture and Stiffness of Paperboard, and Corrugated and Solid Fiberboard
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D790 Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating Materials
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D792 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement
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D828 Standard Test Methods for Tensile Breaking Strength of Paper and Paperboard
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D882 Standard Test Methods for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting
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D903 Standard Test Methods for Peel or Stripping Strength of Adhesive Bonds
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D905 Standard Test Methods for Strength Properties of Adhesive Bonds in Shear by Compression Loading
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D1002 Standard Test Methods for Apparent Shear Strength of Single-Lap-Joint Adhesively Bonded Metal
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D1037 Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Properties of Wood-Base Fiber and Particle Panel Materials
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D1084 Standard Test Methods for Viscosity of Adhesives
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D1101 Standard Test Methods for Integrity of Adhesive Joints in Structural Laminated Wood Products for Exterior Use
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D1583 Standard Test Methods for Hydrogen Ion Concentration of Dry Adhesive Films
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D1621 Standard Test Methods for Compressive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics
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D1622 Standard Test Methods for Apparent Density of Rigid Cellular Plastics
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D1623 Standard Test Methods for Tensile and Tensile Adhesion Properties of Cellular Plastics
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D1761 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Fasteners in Wood
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D1876 Standard Test Methods for Peel Resistance of Adhesives (T-Peel Test)
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D2240 Standard Test Methods for Rubber Property--Durometer Hardness
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D2294 Standard Test Methods for Creep Properties of Adhesives in Shear by Tension Loading (Metal-to-Metal)
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D2395 Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity of Wood and Wood-based Materials
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D2523 Standard Practice for Testing Load-Strain Properties of Roofing Membranes
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D2559 Standard Test for Adhesives for Structural Laminated Wood Products for Use Under Exterior (Wet Use) Exposure Conditions
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D2718 Test Methods for Structural Panels in Planar (Rolling Shear)
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D2842 Standard Test Methods for Water Absorption of Rigid Cellular Plastics
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D2990 Standard Test Methods for Tensile, Compressive, and Flexural Creep and Creep-Rupture of Plastics
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D2991 Standard Test Methods for Stress Relaxation of Plastics
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D3024 Standard Specification for Protein-Base Adhesives for Structural Laminated Wood Produces for Use Under Interior (Dry Use) Exposure Conditions
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D3043 Standard Methods of Testing Structural Panels in Flexure
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D3044 Standard Test Methods for Shear Modulus of Wood-Based Structural Panels
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D3535 Standard Test Methods for Resistance to Deformation Under Static Loading for Structural Wood Laminated Adhesives Used Under Exterior (West Use) Exposure Conditions
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D3679 Standard Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding
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D3930 Standard Specification for Adhesives for Wood-Based Materials for Construction of Manufactured Homes
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D4317 Standard Specification for Polyvinyl Acetate-Based Emulsion Adhesives
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D4442 Standard Test Methods for Direct Moisture Content Measurement of Wood and Wood-Base Materials
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D5206 Standard Test Methods for Windload Resistance of Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding
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D2837 Standard Test Methods for Obtaining Hydrostatic Design Basis for Thermoplastic Pipe Materials
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D6108 Standard Test Methods for Compressive Properties of Plastic Lumber and Shapes
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D6109 Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastic Lumber
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D6111 Standard Test Method for Bulk Density and Specific Gravity of Plastic Lumber and Shapes by Displacement
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D6112 Standard Test Methods for Compressive and Flexural Creep and Creep-Rupture of Plastic Lumber and Shapes
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D6117 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Fasteners in Plastic Lumber and Shapes
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D6341 Standard Test Methods for Determination of the Linear Coefficient of Thermal Expansion of Plastic Lumber and Plastic Lumber Shapes Between -30 and 140 degrees F (-34.4 and 60 degrees C)
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D6435 Standard Test Methods for Shear Properties of Plastic Lumber and Plastic Lumber Shapes
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E72 Standard Test Methods of Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction
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E73 Standard Methods of Testing Truss Assemblies
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E96 Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials (perm rating of materials)
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E196 Standard Practice for Gravity Load Testing of Floors and Flat Roofs
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E283 Test Methods for Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
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E 330 Standard Test Methods for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
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E529 Standard Guide for Conducting Flexural Tests on Beams and Girders for Building Construction
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E564 Standard Practice for Static Load Test for Shear Resistance of Framed Walls for Buildings
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E661 Test Methods for Performance of Wood and Wood-Based Floor and Roof Sheathing Under Concentrated Static and Impact Loads
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E767 Standard Test Methods for Shear Strength Properties of Metal Connector Plates
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E779 Standard Test Methods for Determining Air Leakage Rate by Fan Pressurization
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E2127 Standard Methods of Static Load Test for Combined Tensile and Transverse Load Resistance of Paneled Wall Systems in Building Construction
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F462 Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Slip-Resistant Bathing Facilities
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F1667 Standard Specification for Driven:  Nails, Spikes, and Staples
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F1678 Standard Test Methods for Using a Portable Articulated Strut Slip Tester (PAST)

Other Specifications and Test Methods

AFG-01 Adhesives for Field-Gluing Plywood to Wood Framing
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AISI Chapter F Tests for Special Cases
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ANSI Z124.1 Standard for Plastic Bathtub Units
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ANSI Z124.2 Standard for Plastic Shower Units
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ANSI Z124.3 Standard for Plastic Lavatory Units
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ANSI Z124.4 Standard for Plastic Water Closet Bowls and Tanks
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ANSI Z124.5 Standard for Plastic Toilet (Water Closet) Seats
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ANSI A225.1
Sec. 3-2.8
Anchoring Equipment Testing
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ANSI A225.1
Sec. 3-2.8.4
Tie Materials Properties Testing
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ANSI A225.1
Sec. 3-2.9.1
Ground Anchor Capacity Testing
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ANSI/TPI 1
Sec. 7.1
Standard Methods of Test for Determining Lateral Resistance Strength of Metal Connector Plate Teeth
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ANSI/TPI 1
Sec. 7.2
Standard Methods of Test for Strength Properties of Metal Connector Plates Under Pure Shear Force
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ANSI/TPI 1
Sec. 7.3
Standard Methods of Test for Strength Properties of Metal Connector Plates Under Pure Tension Forces
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ASCE 7-95
Sec. 4.4
Handrail, Guard, Grab Bar Load Test
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CA 25-4 State of California Specification CA 25-4:  Standard for the Evaluation of Adhesives for Structural use in the manufacture of Mobile homes and Commercial Coaches
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ENERY STAR® EPA ENERGY STAR® Labeling Program for Manufactured Housing
Whole House Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Total Duct Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Duct Air Leakage (to the Outside) Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Duct/House Leakage Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
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ENERGY STAR® EPA ENERGY STAR® Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Certification for Site-Built and Modular Residential Structures
Whole House Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Total Duct Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Duct Air Leakage (to the Outside) Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
Duct/House Leakage Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.103
Whole House Ventilation
Air Flow Capacity Through Passive Ventilators
Air Flow Capacity Through Mechanical Ventilators
Air Flow Capacity Through Vented Appliances
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.305 (g)(1)
Floor Decking Material Concentrated Load Test
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.305 (g)(5)
Bottom Board Puncture Resistance Test (Beach Puncture Test)
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.306 (f)
Anchoring Equipment Load Resistance Test
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.401
Structural Load Tests
Shear Wall Assembly Ultimate Load Test
Cantilever Floor Assembly Ultimate Load Test
Plywood Ridge Beam Ultimate Load Test
Header Assembly Ultimate Load Test
Pier & Pier Pad Ultimate Load Test
Concrete Stair Ultimate Load Test
Exterior Sheathing Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
Vinyl Siding Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
Interior Partition Ultimate Load Test
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.402
Test Procedure for Roof Trusses
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FMHCSS
24CFR
§3280.403
Standard for Windows and Sliding Glass Doors Used in Manufactured Homes
Skylight Assembly Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
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TAPPI T803 Puncture Test of Container Board
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BOCA 1606.4 Handrail, Guard, Grab Bar Load Test
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SBCCI H105.1.2 Manufactured Load Bearing Supports or Devices Ultimate Load Testing
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SBCCI H105.4.5 Tie Material Properties Testing
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SBCCI H105.5.2 Ground Anchor Capacity Testing
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ASTM D3165 Adhesive Shear Testing
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ASCE 7 GuardRail and HandRail Testing
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  Fence Wind Load Testing
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ASTM D3500 Structural Panel Tension Test
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ASTM E330, E997 Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
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ASTM E283 Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Walls, and Doors Under Specified Air Pressure Difference

Customized Component Testing

NTA, Inc. can aid in the development of assessment of any new or existing component. We can develop test methods and fixtures for testing virtually any assembly under any loading condition. Product testing provides a better understanding of behavior and capabilities; giving valuable guidance for product improvement and development.

305 North Oakland Avenue • PO Box 490 • Nappanee, IN 46550
Phone: 574.773-7975 • Fax: 574.773-2732   

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